Youth Assessment Specialist - The ARCHES Project - Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
Salem, OR
About the Job
The ARCHES Project is looking for a Youth Assessment Specialist to join their team! The Youth Assessment Specialist plays an integral role in ending homelessness within Marion and Polk Counties. The person in this position will work with homeless youth to assess their risk for homelessness and help seek resources and housing in Marion and Polk counties.
Candidates must submit applications by 10/17/2024 in order to be considered for first round interviews.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma/GED and two years of experience working or volunteering in social service related field with preference given to those working specifically with those experiencing acute mental health crisis or homeless populations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.
Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
Candidate must pass a DHS background screening prior to
Basic Life Support/First Aid Certification is required within first 30 days of hire.
Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain within 30 days.
Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must possess basic computer knowledge, including knowledge in email use/etiquette.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and
Knowledge of de-escalation tactics, trauma-informed care, active listening, crisis intervention, flexibility, and adaptability to changing
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
Meets with youth in schools, offices, and encampments who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless. Uses assessment tools to determine what programs the individual is eligible for and what would give them the best chance for long-term
Assists clients in accessing services beyond housing, including but not limited to food, childcare, education, mental health services, healthcare, and transportation
Examines applications to determine applicant eligibility and gathers document verification as required.
Responsible for accurate and timely data entry and data management, specifically for clients on the applicant interest list.
Applies crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for all participants.
Maintains flexibility and works within a collaborative team to assure that program structure meets the needs of individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
- Assists the Program Coordinator and Program Manager in ongoing data management and
Helps conduct outreach to locations in Marion and Polk counties and provides informative training and assessments as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Walking and/or hiking long distances multiple times a week into various locations including camps and parks.
Required to frequently reach with hands and arms; regularly required to climb or balance; required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity for handling office equipment.
Maintains calm disposition and regulates emotions when clients or other may become escalated.
Regulates emotions and handles pressures of frequent demands for attention, time, and various work tasks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, driving in all
Close quarters, often with a homeless/public or other client
Indoor/Outdoor work environment with frequent interruptions, and multiple
MWVCAA is committed to promoting and achieving diversity, equity and inclusion with employees and with those we serve. The agency strives to be an employer of choice with a vision for all people to be respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future.
MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.
**This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, download below.
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